Meet Tyson!

VIRTUAL ONLY Registered Physiotherapist

Tyson graduated from UBC with a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy in 2016, after obtaining an Undergraduate Honour’s degree in Biomedical Studies from UNBC in Prince George, BC.

Throughout his studies and career, Tyson has developed an interest in the Physiotherapy management of persistent pain conditions such as fibromyalgia and chronic low back pain. As a result, Tyson has sought continuing education to develop his clinical pain management skills. He has been lucky to learn from some of the foremost clinicians and scientists in the pain science field.

In order to provide effective, evidence-based treatment for complex pain conditions, Tyson employs a multimodal approach based on education, movement and self-management techniques. During a virtual Physiotherapy session with Tyson, most patients can expect to learn more about pain–why we experience it, where it comes from and how it can be increased or reduced. Tyson listens carefully to each Patient’s story in order to collaboratively develop a treatment plan aimed at achieving goals that are meaningful to the Patient. Virtual Physiotherapy allows treatments to be carried out in the comfort and safety of your own home, leaving more energy available to get the most out of every appointment.

When not at work, Tyson can be found in the mountains surrounding his Squamish home rock climbing, skiing, trail running and mountaineering

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Meet Duriell!

Chirocpractor

A chiropractor, Olympic lifting and strength coach, health & lifestyle consultant and a former national level athlete, Dr. Duriell Bernard understands the importance of functional movement, pain management, performance on demand and their absolute roles they play in daily living.

Dr. Bernard graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto and completed four years of a specialty honours degree in Kinesiology Health and Science program at York University. Dr. Bernard is also a trained Neurofunctional, Contemporary Medical Acupuncture provider and a trained TCM acupuncturist (currently not providing acupuncture in BC), and has been providing neuro-functional rehabilitative care for individuals dealing with sport related and traumatic concussions.

Dr. Bernard was the medical lead for Athletics Canada at their Toronto high performance training centre where he has had the opportunity to work with Canada’s best track and field athletes. He has also worked for Canadian Sports Institute Ontario (CSI-O) as a team doctor for their Integrated Support Therapy team, and with Dr. David Ablack and the Steel Machines -Strength and Power for Sport- training top NHL, OHL and CFL players.

Dr. Bernard is an evidence-informed practitioner, and takes a functional and rehabilitative approach to treatment, utilizing a wide variety of soft tissue therapies (myofascial release and myofascial cupping, and Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy -commonly known as Graston Technique), exercise and electro-modalities to achieve optimum results. Dr. Bernard emphasizes movement based rehabilitation, combining essential movement patterns with daily occupational and sport based movement requirements.

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Meet Trineta!

Registered Physiotherapist

Trineta completed her Physiotherapy training in Mumbai and went on to specialize in neurorehabilitation at McGill University. She has presented her research in neurorehab at several prestigious conferences across the world and has also won provincial awards for her distinctive work.

Alongside academia, she has pursued continuing education courses focused on concussion rehabilitation, vestibular disorders, Parkinsons and Dsytonia. Trineta has over 2 years of experience and intensive training in all areas of neurorehabilitation spanning conditions like post concussion syndrome, traumatic brain injuries, Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, Dystonia and atypical movement disorders.

Trineta believes in treating her clients based on their specific needs and not following a ‘one fit for all’ approach based on a diagnosis. Nothing brings her more joy then seeing her clients beam with the hope of leading a fulfilling functional life!

In her spare time, Trineta loves learning new dance forms and is a trained jazz dancer. She also loves the outdoors and often spends her weekends exploring the beautiful hikes across BC! 

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Meet Kar!

Registered Kinesiologist

Kar graduated from the University of Waterloo achieving a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology with a minor in Rehabilitation Science.

He has experience with injury rehabilitation and chronic pain. He is knowledgeable in the world of body building, power lifting and calisthenics, specializing in muscle hypertrophy and injury prevention. Kar is passionate about exercise and will motivate his clients to do their best, through education, encouragement, and laughter.

Kar continues to practice calisthenics. He loves to watch anime and eat at Red Robins.

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Meet Maria!

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Maria is a Registered Clinical Counsellor located in Vancouver, BC, where she offers in-person, phone and video counselling to individuals, couples and families. Trained in Europe, US and Canada, she has worked with youth, adults, and seniors, specializing in complex trauma, grief and loss, stress management, personality disorders and life transitions in Europe, Asia and Canada. Her practice also includes addressing anxiety, depression, addictions and relationship issues.

Passionate about her work, Maria engages in authentic, compassionate dialogues with her clients, co-creating a space of non-judgment and safety. Her unwavering support allows clients to work through pain and heal from trauma. Besides evidence-based frameworks like Cognitive-Based Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Existential Therapy, her creative approach also employs a variety of mind-body techniques, and includes art, science, literature and Wilderness Therapy into her work with individuals, couples, families and communities.

Maria firmly believes in the organismic wisdom of another, and the power of presence and unconditional positive regard to harness individual and communal healing and change. Since the start of her private practice in 2013, she has organized multiple workshops, support groups and programs like “Healing Dialogues with Life” and “Physics of the Mind: The Science of Well-being”. She has also worked with immigrant, LGBTQ2, and Vancouver’s Downtown East Side communities.

In her free time, Maria enjoys being in nature, walking her dog, and spending time with the people she loves.

Client Focus: individuals, youth, couples, families

Types of therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Attachment Theory, Open Dialogue Techniques and Nature Therapy

Skills: Complex trauma, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, ADHD and Autism Spectrum, LGBTQ2, Chronic health and pain management, Disabilities, Dissociative Identity Disorder, Personality Disorders, Self Esteem and body image, Sleep problems, Youth 12-19 and parenting. She also speaks Russian.

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Meet Sanela,

Registered Clinical Counsellor

Sanela Jakovljev is a compassionate and experienced registered clinical counsellor who holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from City University. With degrees in Business and Finance, a BSc in Psychology and a BA in English Literature , Sanela’s diverse educational background informs her approach to counselling.

Sanela understands that chronic pain is a complex and often overwhelming experience that can profoundly impact all aspects of a person’s life. Drawing on life-long personal experience with chronic pain, professional involvement with PainBC and evidence-based approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Sanela works collaboratively with clients to develop personalized strategies for managing pain, reducing stress, and improving overall well-being.

Having experienced the fragility of life firsthand during the war, Sanela developed a deep appreciation for the power of human connection and a desire to help others navigate their own pain. Sanela’s work with refugees and former combatants has given her a profound understanding of the long-term impact of unresolved trauma on individuals and their relationships.

Whether you seek support for a recent diagnosis or have lived with chronic pain for years, Sanela is here to help. She brings warmth, openness, and authentic curiosity to every session and believes that with the right tools and guidance, individuals can learn to live well with chronic pain and experience a fulfilling and meaningful life. She also speaks Bosnian and Serbian.

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Meet Nai!

Registered Occupational Therapist

Nai completed her Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy at the University of Alberta in 2007. Most of her career is working with people who have chronic pain in both public and community settings. She has completed additional courses in chronic pain mana, mindfulness meditation for chronic pain, return to work planning, goal setting and motivational interviews. Nai uses a holistic and client centered approach to help clients engage in meaningful activities and improve quality of life. Outside of work, Nai enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with her family. She also speaks Mandarin.

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Meet Chandra,

Registered Physiotherapist

Chandra Matla Registered Physiotherapist Chandra Sekhar Matla is a highly qualified and dedicated physiotherapist with a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy and 16+ years of clinical experience in Canada, the UK, and India. He is a recognized specialist in chronic pain, neuromusculoskeletal, sports injuries, neurological conditions, geriatric, and patient care. Throughout his years of work, Chandra Sekhar Matla has been the model of the medical professional with high standards of clinical thinking. By virtue of individually designed treatment methods and programs for home exercises, he has helped his patients to improve their health.

Chandra Sekhar Matla has a track record of building mutually beneficial dialogues with patients. His skills in creating the ideal conditions for successful communication in close collaboration with other physiotherapists and healthcare professionals help find the root causes of patients’ chronic illnesses and accelerate their recovery and rehabilitation processes.

Chandra Sekhar Matla is committed to continuing his education in the Canadian Physiotherapy Orthopaedic division course to ultimately become a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual Physiotherapy (FCAMPT). He is certified and has been practicing Hip & Knee Osteoarthritis GLA.D exercises, Gunn IMS, Acupuncture Canada certification, Mulligan mobilizations, Graston techniques, TMJ management, Shockwave, and Muscle energy techniques in his day-to-day clinical practice with enhanced reasoning skills.

His language skills are not limited to English – he is also fluent in Hindi and Telugu. When Chandra Sekhar Matla is free from work and professional development, he loves to read books and play cricket and badminton. He is a very kind and sympathetic person. He also speaks Telugu.

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Meet Dr. James Mok,

Registered Psychologist

Dr. Mok is a Registered Psychologist with advanced training and expertise in the assessment and management of mental health disorders associated with chronic pain conditions. He also has a clinical practice at the Chronic Pain Clinic at Jim Pattison Outpatient Surgical Centre, at Surrey Memorial Hospital.

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